Government
Wellsburg is the seat of Brooke County government. Towns included in the county are Beech Bottom, Bethany, Follansbee, Weirton, Wellsburg, and Windsor Heights.

BusinessWith reasonable tax rates and affordable real estate, Brooke County is a desirable location for any business. The current expansion of oil and gas drilling has boosted the local economy, and promises to continue for decades.

TourismThe rolling hills of Brooke County provide a scenic backdrop to any destination you choose. The county is host to many historic sites including Bethany College - founded in 1840.

HistoryLocated in the Northern Panhandle along the Ohio River, Brooke County was created by an act of the Virginia General
Assembly on November 30, 1796 from parts of Ohio County. Upon its creation, Brooke County became the northernmost
county in the state of Virginia until the creation of Hancock County from Brooke's territory in 1848.

The Brooke County Economic Development Authority

The Brooke County Economic Development Authority was formed under the auspices of the Brooke County Commissioners

MISSION:

To enhance the quality of life and the economy by retaining, expanding, and attracting business to Brooke
County and the region.

PROGRAM OF WORK:

Leverage county, regional, state, and federal business development resources;

Proactively market county assets to recruit new businesses;

Support tourism economic development opportunities in our region;

Foster collaborative inter-county and inter-state partnerships;

Support transportation enhancements through the BHJ Planning Commission.

SCHEDULE:

The organization meets quarterly. Program of Work subcommittees meet between sessions to plan and execute key community, business, and economic development initiatives.
Our quarterly meetings provide a forum to showcase business and economic development initiatives, share vital information and ideas that foster creative partnerships, and promotes community involvement that grows the economy in our county and region and an entrepreneurial culture.